Sherpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Sherpur is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Bhagbanpur Reni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 113836. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.49 hectares and falls under the 246733 pincode.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 507 people, consisting of 272 males and 235 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 272 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 112 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 198 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 74 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasan Alipur Chauhar | South-West | 0.46 km |
| Sherpur Raini | North-East | 0.61 km |
| Fatehullapur Khas An. Chak | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Jagatpur Dash | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Begpur Girdhar | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Talabpur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Kuri Khaddar | West | 1.55 km |
| Nichalpur | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Kashi Shahpur | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Milak Jahagirabad | West | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sherpur. The nearest railway station is Seohara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bijnor to Sherpur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Bhagbanpur Reni.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 246733.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur has a total population of 507, including 272 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 92 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 59.57%. Male literacy is 72.79% and female literacy is 44.26%.